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Chittenden County (Lake & Riverfront)
| Business & Drinks Menu Notes | Address (Click for Directions) | Phone (Click to Call) | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Spot on the Dock (Burlington) Menu Checked: Surf-inspired open-air bar directly on the Burlington harbor dock; Famous for tropical tiki cocktails, local Vermont craft drafts, rum runners, and spiked summer lemonades. |
1 King St, Burlington | (802) 540-0480 | Website |
| Splash at the Boathouse (Burlington) Menu Checked: Open deck bar floating directly over the waters of Lake Champlain; Serving specialty frozen drinks, fruit margaritas, local ciders, and casual draft pours with transient slips for boaters. |
2 College St, Burlington | (802) 658-2244 | Website |
| Farmers & Foragers Dockside (Burlington) Menu Checked: Waterfront lounge setup directly inside the Burlington Harbor Marina; Features local Vermont draft lines, crisp cocktails, and casual drinks right alongside the boardwalk. |
75 Penny Ln, Burlington | (802) 540-2444 | Website |
| Deep City / Foam Brewers (Burlington) Menu Checked: Premium taproom and lounge set squarely on Waterfront Park; Offers immediate panoramic lake views through immense glass windows, featuring world-renowned local IPAs, sours, and guest draft pours. |
112 Lake St, Burlington | (802) 800-1454 (Deep City) (802) 399-2511 (Foam) |
Deep City Foam Brewers |
| Shanty on the Shore (Burlington) Menu Checked: Historic harborfront institution; Full service cocktail bar featuring custom bloody marys, crisp white wines curated for seafood plates, and a reliable lineup of local draft handles. |
181 Battery St, Burlington | (802) 864-0238 | Website |
| Waterworks Food & Drink (Winooski) Menu Checked: Dramatic industrial lounge built directly over the roaring Winooski River falls inside the historic Champlain Mill; Highlighting complex artisanal mixology, premium spirits, and local drafts. |
20 Winooski Falls Way, Winooski | (802) 497-3525 | Website |
| Shelburne Farms Inn Restaurant & Lounge (Shelburne) Menu Checked: Elegant historic estate lounge right along the Lake Champlain shoreline; Featuring a premium curated wine catalog, local estate ciders, and high-end cocktails paired with exceptional views. |
1611 Harbor Rd, Shelburne | (802) 985-8498 | Website |
| The Pickled Perch Bistro (Colchester) Menu Checked: Malletts Bay neighborhood gem; Boasts a lovely waterside patio lounge directly overlooking the bay waters, serving local craft beers, regional ciders, and refreshing mixed drinks. |
97 Blakely Rd, Colchester | (802) 497-1647 | Website |
Grand Isle County (Lake Champlain Islands)
| Business & Drinks Menu Notes | Address (Click for Directions) | Phone (Click to Call) | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bravo Zulu Lakeside Bar (North Hero) Menu Checked: Premium waterfront destination bar at Shore Acres; Serving custom island rum bowls, fruit cocktails, premium beers, and regional spirits with boat dock access. |
237 Shore Acres Dr, North Hero | (802) 372-8722 | Website |
| The Pier Bar (North Hero) Menu Checked: Iconic seasonal canopy bar built directly over the water at the North Hero House; Celebrated for island rum punches, microbrews, and lakeside wine pours. |
3643 US Route 2, North Hero | (802) 372-4732 | Website |
| The Sand Bar Bar & Grill (South Hero) Menu Checked: High-traffic roadside tavern at the South Hero lake crossing line; Pouring cold local craft cans, microbrew handles, and standard pub mixes. |
59 US Route 2, South Hero | (802) 395-2076 | Website |
Franklin County (Bay Shore)
| Business & Drinks Menu Notes | Address (Click for Directions) | Phone (Click to Call) | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayside Pavilion (St. Albans) Menu Checked: Vibrant seasonal patio bar set steps away from the St. Albans Bay shoreline; Serving up tropical signature mixes, frozen cocktails, and local microbrew varieties. |
15 Georgia Shore Rd, St. Albans | (802) 524-0909 | Website |
Lamoille County (Riverside)
| Business & Drinks Menu Notes | Address (Click for Directions) | Phone (Click to Call) | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Matterhorn (Stowe) Menu Checked: Renowned mountain tavern perched directly along the West Branch riverbed; Features a rustic riverside lounge deck pouring premium local draft lines, high-end sakes, and specialty martinis. |
4969 Mountain Rd, Stowe | (802) 253-8198 | Website |
bars
Chittenden County
| Business | Address (Click for Directions) | Phone (Click to Call) | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hen of the Wood - Burlington The Ambiance: High-end, intensely local fine dining room showcasing a sophisticated cocktail bar lounge. Menu Check: Curated craft wine cellars, reserve label selections, and seasonal mixology featuring fine Vermont liquors. |
55 Cherry St, Burlington | (802) 540-0534 | Website |
| On Tap Bar & Grill (Essex Junction) The Ambiance: High-energy community sports pub, live entertainment stage, and spacious main bar counter. Menu Check: 26 local microbrew and domestic draft lines, full rail capacity, and a famed signature Bloody Mary menu. |
4 Park St, Essex Junction | (802) 879-0222 | Website |
| The Tavern at The Essex (Essex) The Ambiance: Casual upscale resort tavern situated inside The Essex Resort grounds. Menu Check: Houses rotating craft taps highlighting top regional cideries and craft hop portfolios. |
70 Essex Way, Essex | (802) 878-1100 | Website |
| McGillicuddy's Five Corners (Essex Junction) The Ambiance: Classic high-volume Irish-American village pub with an active town center footprint. Menu Check: Perfect pours of dark dry stout, independent local ciders, and a massive wall of fine Irish whiskeys. |
4 Pearl St, Essex Junction | (802) 857-5940 | Website |
| Rozzi’s Lakeshore Tavern (Colchester) The Ambiance: Legendary local sports pub operating an expansive wrap-around wooden bar layout. Menu Check: Serving up macro beer pitchers, regional craft IPA tap lines, and traditional pub mixed options. |
1022 Blakely Rd, Colchester | (802) 863-6404 | Website |
| Spanked Puppy Pub (Colchester) The Ambiance: Festive Malletts Bay gathering point revered for heavy neighborhood block crowds. Menu Check: Full scale wet rail, commercial domestic bottle varieties, tap handles, and classic bar shooters. |
116 Lakeshore Dr, Colchester | (802) 865-3062 | Socials |
| McGillicuddy's On The Green (Colchester) The Ambiance: Vibrant, multi-room village tavern layout opening up to an active outdoor patio section. Menu Check: Import Irish pints, local micro cans, craft handles, and traditional pub mixed drink selections. |
18 Severance Rd, Colchester | (802) 871-5480 | Website |
| The Milton Tavern (Milton) The Ambiance: Classic independent town watering hole drawing a steady contingent of local regulars. Menu Check: Crisp domestic draft options, micro bottles, local hard cider, and uncomplicated well rail mixers. |
1995 US-7, Milton | (802) 893-0000 | Website |
| Butter Bar & Grill (Burlington) The Ambiance: High-vibe neighborhood hotspot situated in Burlington's New North End district. Menu Check: Highly popular house shot configurations, customized cocktails, and local microbrew draft pours. |
924 North Ave, Burlington | (802) 399-2095 | Website |
| Mule Bar (Winooski) The Ambiance: Acclaimed craft beverage bistro and cocktail bar situated directly on Winooski's commercial block. Menu Check: Hard-to-find independent international ales, select ciders, and high-end mixed spirit creations. |
38 Winooski Falls Way, Winooski | (802) 399-2020 | Website |
| The Monkey House (Winooski) The Ambiance: Iconic live indie entertainment bar and active neighborhood night bar with a bustling social scene. Menu Check: Fast-paced rail service, craft can blocks, cold local pints, and custom daily drink specials. |
30 Main St, Winooski | (802) 655-4563 | Website |
| Last Stop Sports Bar (Winooski) The Ambiance: Energetic neighborhood sports lounge famously backed by a dedicated regional fan contingent. Menu Check: Domestics on tap, ice-cold pitchers, event shots, and an extensive baseline spirits selection. |
12 Malletts Bay Ave, Winooski | (802) 871-9883 | Socials |
| Dumb Luck Pub (Winooski) The Ambiance: Unpretentious neighborhood taproom operating an old-school pool table and tavern environment. Menu Check: Full liquor capacity across the rear shelf, macro handles, shot specials, and active pull tabs. |
206 Malletts Bay Ave, Winooski | (802) 497-0764 | Website |
| Juniper Bar & Restaurant (Burlington) The Ambiance: Polished botanical lounge built into Hotel Vermont, drawing a heavy evening professional crowd. Menu Check: High-end farm-to-glass mixology programs, gin constructions, organic natural wines, and estate ciders. |
41 Cherry St, Burlington | (802) 651-5800 | Website |
| The Whiskey Room (Burlington) The Ambiance: Dimly lit, premium leather parlor concept designed for intimate evening conversation. Menu Check: Hundreds of world-class single malts, small-batch ryes, scotches, and specialized highball builds. |
173 College St, Burlington | (802) 860-9401 | Website |
| Einstein's Tap House (Burlington) The Ambiance: Large downtown multi-tier bar counter complex with the vibrant Fizzicks lounge attached. Menu Check: Running 32 distinct microbrew and wholesale tap lines, pitchers, party shots, and custom cocktails. |
165 Church St, Burlington | (802) 540-0458 | Website |
| The Venetian Cocktail & Soda Lounge (Burlington) The Ambiance: Retro speakeasy layout tucked elegantly into the South End Art District strip. Menu Check: Historical custom soda cocktails, highball selections, clear-ice finishes, and complex zero-proof mocktails. |
266 Pine St, Burlington | (802) 448-3320 | Website |
| Akes' Place (Burlington) The Ambiance: Classic downtown Church Street sports bar and dive destination landmark with multi-level social space. Menu Check: Ice-cold domestic pitchers, local micro cans, basic rail wells, and pool-table friendly drink configurations. |
134 Church St, Burlington | (802) 862-9402 | Socials |
| The 126 (Burlington) The Ambiance: Intimate mid-century jazz cocktail lounge featuring a refined, quiet atmosphere downtown. Menu Check: Flawless artisanal mixology, premium cordials, fine whiskeys, and curated select cellar spirits. |
126 College St, Burlington | (802) 448-3258 | Website |
| The Bearded Frog (Shelburne) The Ambiance: Contentious high-vibe culinary bar room and social village tavern layout. Menu Check: Renowned across the region for its sophisticated custom cocktail menus and boutique wine arrays. |
5247 Shelburne Rd, Shelburne | (802) 985-9877 | Website |
| Hinesburg Public House (Hinesburg) The Ambiance: Community centric gathering tavern space operating an extensive physical bar footprint. Menu Check: Heavy local craft handle selections, custom country mules, and regional spirit modifications. |
10516 Route 116, Hinesburg | (802) 482-4687 | Website |
| The Hatchet (Richmond) The Ambiance: Vibrant neighborhood taproom and craft cocktail lounge drawing large local contingents. Menu Check: Masterful custom seasonal mixed drinks, independent local ciders, and premium dark liquor selections. |
30 Bridge St, Richmond | (802) 434-3663 | Website |
| McGillicuddy's Irish Ale House (Williston) The Ambiance: Large, social traditional Irish pub concept with an active center island bar system. Menu Check: Flawless pours of imported dry stout, micro craft can networks, and complete pub spirits inventory. |
28 Walnut St, Williston | (802) 857-5908 | Website |
| Jericho Cafe & Tavern (Jericho) The Ambiance: Quintessential historic rural tavern space boasting an energetic indoor pub room block. Menu Check: Local draft handles, house wine configurations, specialty warm winter cocktails, and craft shooters. |
30 Route 15, Jericho | (802) 899-2223 | Website |
| James Moore Tavern (Bolton) The Ambiance: Cozy slopeside alpine resort tavern situated on the top floor of the main lodge. Menu Check: Serves a massive variety of rotating taps primarily focusing on local craft IPAs. |
4302 Bolton Valley Access Rd, Bolton | (802) 434-6827 | Website |
| The Pour House (South Burlington) The Ambiance: Long-standing, classic American-style local sports pub and neighborhood grille layout. Menu Check: Serving macro draft beer pitchers, local micro lines, traditional well pours, and casual tavern libations. |
1930 Williston Rd, South Burlington | (802) 862-3653 | Website |
| The Old Post (South Burlington) The Ambiance: No-frills neighborhood pub & lounge with an open central bar rail layout and active pool table room. Menu Check: Features distinct craft and domestic beer handles on tap alongside direct shot configurations and local cocktails. |
733 Queen City Park Rd, South Burlington | (802) 497-0202 | Website |
| The Other Place / The OP (Burlington) The Ambiance: Essential Old North End dive bar institution offering free popcorn and a relaxed layout. Menu Check: Celebrated for cheap PBR mini-pints, affordable macro pitchers, simple well drinks, and daily shot markers. |
4 N Winooski Ave, Burlington | (802) 863-5803 | Socials |
| T. Rugg's Tavern (Burlington) The Ambiance: Laid-back neighborhood corner dive bar serving the Old North End since 1980. Menu Check: Solid lineup of local micro cans, rotating craft handles, standard wells, and pool-friendly beverage sets. |
149 Elmwood Ave, Burlington | (802) 658-0456 | Website |
| The Daily Planet (Burlington) The Ambiance: Long-standing hip downtown oasis featuring a vibrant urban bar and solarium room. Menu Check: Complex artisanal craft cocktail map, eclectic infusions, local drafts, and premium select wines. |
15 Center St, Burlington | (802) 862-9647 | Website |
| JP's Pub (Burlington) The Ambiance: High-volume downtown center pub famously driven by nightly community karaoke. Menu Check: Features quick-serve macro bottles, draft lines, active well shooters, and baseline pub configurations. |
139 Main St, Burlington | (802) 658-6330 | Socials |
| The Olde Northender (Burlington) The Ambiance: Legendary, unchanged historic neighborhood dive bar packing significant local character. Menu Check: Exceptionally affordable macro options, draft handles, baseline wells, and traditional shots. |
23 North St, Burlington | (802) 864-9817 | Socials |
Franklin County
| Business | Address (Click for Directions) | Phone (Click to Call) | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twiggs American Gastropub (St. Albans) The Ambiance: Kingman street focal point hosting an active, highly popular bar counter area. Menu Check: Massive guest tap profiles, craft options, and the hidden "The Clothier" cocktail speakeasy room inside. |
24 Kingman St, St. Albans | (802) 524-1405 | Website |
| Jeff's Maine Seafood (St. Albans) The Ambiance: Upscale park-facing establishment running an active full-service bar rail configuration. Menu Check: Curated white wine programs, dry martinis, and premium craft liquors. |
65 N Main St, St. Albans | (802) 524-6135 | Website |
| One Federal Restaurant & Lounge (St. Albans) The Ambiance: Prominent downtown landmark layout showcasing a separate, expansive standalone social pub lounge room. Menu Check: Specialized custom seasonal martinis, micro draft line varieties, and deep-shelf liquor capacity. |
3 Federal St, St. Albans | (802) 524-0330 | Website |
| CitySide Pub (St. Albans) The Ambiance: No-nonsense traditional town pub built for straightforward community integration and chat. Menu Check: Ice-cold domestic cans, macro tap lines, standard shots, and simple well mixed cocktails with local regulars. |
30 Kingman St, St. Albans | (802) 527-3777 | Website |
| Nelly's Pub & Grill (St. Albans) The Ambiance: High-vibe, bustling downtown sports bar and neighborhood favorite. Menu Check: Known for crisp micro handles, heavy domestic towers, custom pub mix drinks, and event specials. |
51 Federal St, St. Albans | (802) 528-5945 | Socials |
| The Wobbly GOAT (St. Albans) The Ambiance: High-capacity downtown sports bar layout transforming into a lively weekend evening lounge space. Menu Check: Pouring macro tap selections, domestic pitchers, rapid rail wells, and event shooter lines. |
22 S Main St, St. Albans | (802) 524-7400 | Website |
| The Drake Bar & Kitchen (St. Albans) The Ambiance: Upbeat contemporary corner bar concept perfect for relaxed social gathering. Menu Check: Features seasonal cocktail creations, craft can selections, and local small-batch spirits. |
24 S Main St, St. Albans | (802) 528-5991 | Website |
| The Minor's Gold Tavern (Fairfax) The Ambiance: Small-town country tavern layout cultivating a highly loyal local neighborhood pull. Menu Check: Simple cold domestic bottles, macro handles, entry shot configurations, and relaxed hospitality. |
813 Main St, Fairfax | (802) 849-2255 | Socials |
| Irons & Ale at The Club (Swanton) The Ambiance: Full facility pub space operating all-year round right inside the Champlain Country Club grounds. Menu Check: Craft tap lines, seasonal cocktails, crisp mixed options, and a highly social view over the links. |
581 St Albans Rd, Swanton | (802) 524-3804 | Website |
| Green Mountain Bistro (Swanton) The Ambiance: Uniquely built inside Swanton's historic Champlain Theater building footprint. Menu Check: Showcases a gorgeous full-service cocktail bar rail, local guest draft lines, and wine allocations. |
44 Merchant Row, Swanton | (802) 868-6100 | Website |
| The Abbey Pub (Sheldon) The Ambiance: Legendary multi-county landmark running an extensive separate tavern saloon room. Menu Check: Packed with regional craft handles, commercial domestic options, and standard rail wells. |
123 Route 105, Sheldon | (802) 933-4747 | Website |
| The Snow Shoe Lodge & Pub (Montgomery) The Ambiance: Iconic unpretentious mountain pass tavern and ski valley dive outpost. Menu Check: Micro craft cans, standard domestic tap lines, rapid well pours, and shot selections. |
14 Main St, Montgomery Center | (802) 326-4456 | Socials |
| The Belfry (Montgomery) The Ambiance: Dimly lit converted country schoolhouse structure running a classic dimly lit bar room environment. Menu Check: Warm wooden bar counter top serving up regional craft profiles, deep wells, and tavern wines. |
142 Amidon Rd, Montgomery | (802) 326-7075 | Website |
| Bernie's Restaurant & Bar (Montgomery) The Ambiance: Welcoming mountain pass crossroads pub concept drawing heavy local and ski traffic. Menu Check: Full cocktail configuration options, local hard ciders, rotating draft selections, and house shots. |
72 Main St, Montgomery Center | (802) 326-4682 | Website |
| Mokah's Pub & Restaurant (Richford) The Ambiance: Central border town pub venue packing substantial community history (formerly The Crossing). Menu Check: High-capacity bar layouts, freshly updated beverage tap networks, commercial cans, and rail cocktails. |
14 Province St, Richford | (802) 848-3393 | Website |
| The Steinhour Bar (Highgate) The Ambiance: Old school, unpretentious small-town village corner hydration lounge. Menu Check: Strictly straightforward macro bottles, regional craft cans, baseline wells, and friendly chat. |
105 Main St, Highgate Center | (802) 868-2241 | Socials |
| Flying Disc Bar & Grill (Enosburg) The Ambiance: Active town center neighborhood pub concept drawing busy after-work social hours. Menu Check: Fully comprehensive bar capacity, commercial domestics, micro lines, and simple mixed cocktails. |
296 Main St, Enosburg Falls | (802) 933-2244 | Socials |
| Green Mountain Lounge (Enosburg) The Ambiance: Cozy, localized tavern layout operating directly inside the Dairy Center complex. Menu Check: Ice-cold domestic pitchers, macro handles on tap, basic well pours, and shot setups. |
2445 Gage Rd, Enosburg Falls | (802) 933-2030 | Website |
Grand Isle County
| Business | Address (Click for Directions) | Phone (Click to Call) | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sand Bar, Bar & Grill (South Hero) The Ambiance: High-density island gateway tavern asset positioned near the causeway shoreline. Menu Check: Full scale wet bar facility serving local microbrew handles, macro handles, and seasonal mixed spritzes. |
59 US Route 2, South Hero | (802) 395-2076 | Website |
| North Hero House Lounge & Pier Bar (North Hero) The Ambiance: Historic indoor fireplace inn lounge combined with a beautiful seasonal over-the-water canopy bar. Menu Check: Famed island rum punches, custom lake cocktails, regional micro cans, and boutique wine maps. |
3643 US-2, North Hero | (802) 372-4732 | Website |
| Bravo Zulu Lakeside Bar (North Hero) The Ambiance: Waterfront open deck destination bar layout operating right at the Shore Acres property. Menu Check: Signature giant rum buckets, tropical summer cocktails, macro/micro cans, and mixed pub blends. |
237 Shore Acres Dr, North Hero | (802) 372-8722 | Website |
| McKraken's Pub (South Hero) The Ambiance: The essential classic Champlain Islands neighborhood pub with a relaxed community draw. Menu Check: Commercial tap choices, micro cans, standard rail well configurations, and evening shot arrays. |
335 US-2, South Hero | (802) 372-5511 | Socials |
| Ransom Bay Inn & Pub (Alburgh) The Ambiance: Historic northern border stone tavern structure cultivating a deep neighborhood footprint. Menu Check: Traditional commercial draft layers, macro bottles, well products, and baseline pub cocktails. |
1 Bay View St, Alburgh | (802) 796-3030 | Socials |
Lamoille County
| Business | Address (Click for Directions) | Phone (Click to Call) | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bench (Stowe) The Ambiance: Highly popular rustic village restaurant operating an expansive central bar layout. Menu Check: Features dozens of premium Vermont craft guest handles on line, fine house wines, and custom mixology. |
492 Mountain Rd, Stowe | (802) 253-4554 | Website |
| Doc Ponds (Stowe) The Ambiance: Energetic, music-forward village tavern spinning vinyl records with a highly active island bar scene. Menu Check: Dispensing highly sought-after craft guest drafts, artisanal highballs, and craft cocktail creations. |
294 Mountain Rd, Stowe | (802) 253-1414 | Website |
| The Matterhorn (Stowe) The Ambiance: Globally famous riverfront après-ski tavern and high-volume party venue. Menu Check: Multiple extensive bar rails pumping out premium craft taps, sake select lines, custom hot toddies, and martinis. |
4969 Mountain Rd, Stowe | (802) 253-8198 | Website |
| The Backyard Tavern (Stowe) The Ambiance: Tucked away off the primary strip, this functions as Stowe's authentic unpretentious local dive hangout. Menu Check: Economical macro beer configurations, micro craft handles, casual well rail wells, and shots. |
395 Mountain Rd, Stowe | (802) 253-9953 | Website |
| Lower Bar Stowe (Stowe) The Ambiance: Cozy town-center social lounge and comfortable conversation bar right in Stowe village. Menu Check: Active guest micro/macro tap selections, creative seasonal house cocktails, and premium wine lists. |
37 Main St, Stowe | (802) 253-1221 | Website |
| The Whip Bar & Grill (Stowe) The Ambiance: Traditional fireplace tavern setting operating elegantly inside the historic Green Mountain Inn. Menu Check: Distinctive wooden bar counter rail pouring regional draft labels, craft cocktails, and boutique estate wines. |
18 Main St, Stowe | (802) 253-7301 | Website |
| Rimrocks Mountain Tavern (Stowe) The Ambiance: High-energy alpine sports tavern layout and busy local community pub hub. Menu Check: Deep-shelf whiskey allocations, draft lines, seasonal winterizers, and classic pub mixed options. |
493 Mountain Rd, Stowe | (802) 253-2644 | Website |
| Sunset Grille & Tap Room (Stowe) The Ambiance: Longstanding casual village sports bar, smokehouse lounge, and expansive outdoor patio deck. Menu Check: Pouring ice-cold domestic pitchers, macro handles, craft can selections, and standard rail mixers. |
140 Arnold Ln, Stowe | (802) 253-9281 | Website |
| Ten Railroad Street (Morrisville) The Ambiance: Beautifully preserved historic train depot turned vintage neighborhood bar and tavern room. Menu Check: Curated premium guest draft selections, specialty regional mixers, select ciders, and full wet rail capacity. |
10 Railroad St, Morrisville | (802) 888-9300 | Website |
| The Black Diamond Barbecue (Morrisville) The Ambiance: Popular local low-and-slow smokehouse operating a highly social bar room segment. Menu Check: Dispensing cold craft beer handles, micro cans, hard ciders, and basic pub mixed drinks. |
639 Morristown Corners Rd, Morrisville | (802) 888-2275 | Website |
| Moog's Joint (Johnson) The Ambiance: High-density community tavern asset noted for late night service and active weekend live music. Menu Check: Local craft drafts, commercial canned beer blocks, traditional wells, and specialty mixed cocktails. |
1015 Route 15, Johnson | (802) 730-8091 | Socials |
| Village Tavern (Cambridge) The Ambiance: Welcoming family-friendly pub bar located directly under the historic Smugglers' Notch Inn. Menu Check: Local ingredients, craft draft lines, local spirits, ciders, and classic cocktail adjustments. |
58 Church St, Cambridge (Jeffersonville) | (802) 644-6765 | Website |
| Martell's at The Red Fox (Cambridge) The Ambiance: Beautifully rustic lounge bar and live music venue built inside a converted old ski dorm structure. Menu Check: Features an expansive bar menu loaded with local craft liquors, ciders, and regional taps. |
87 Edwards Rd, Cambridge (Jeffersonville) | (802) 644-5060 | Website |
breweries
Chittenden County
| Business | Address (Click for Directions) | Phone (Click to Call) | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foam Brewers (Burlington) The Vibe: High-energy, world-class waterfront taproom known for artistic can imagery and funky live music jam sets. Flagship Pours: Youth Lagoon (IPA), Pavement (Double IPA), and Spund (German Lager). |
112 Lake St, Burlington | (802) 391-4815 | Website |
| Burlington Beer Company (Burlington) The Vibe: A massive, gorgeous industrial brick hall and full-service restaurant showcasing highly complex flavor profiles. Flagship Pours: Elaborate Metaphor (New England Pale Ale), It's Complicated Being a Wizard (Double IPA), and seasonal fruit sours. |
360 Flynn Ave, Burlington | (802) 863-2337 | Website |
| Zero Gravity Craft Brewery (Burlington) The Vibe: A sprawling Pine Street destination complete with an active sun-drenched outdoor beer garden and deep community roots. Flagship Pours: Green State Lager (Pilsner), Conehead (Single IPA), and Little Wolf (Oat Pale Ale). |
716 Pine St, Burlington | (802) 497-2337 | Website |
| Switchback Brewing Company (Burlington) The Vibe: 100% employee-owned regional staple utilizing iconic copper kettles and classic unfiltered fermentation techniques. Flagship Pours: Switchback Ale (Amber), Switchback IPA, and their crisp Switchback NA series. |
160 Flynn Ave, Burlington | (802) 651-4114 | Website |
| Queen City Brewery (Burlington) The Vibe: Traditional European beer haven located straight across from Zero Gravity, dedicated to historical accuracy. Flagship Pours: Yorkshire Porter (English style), Munich Dunkel, and traditional German Hefeweizen. |
703 Pine St, Burlington | (802) 540-0280 | Website |
| The Vermont Pub & Brewery (Burlington) The Vibe: Founded in 1988 by legendary craft brewing icon Greg Noonan, this remains the longest-running active brewpub in the state. Flagship Pours: Handsome Mick's Irish Stout, Burlington Stout, and classic rotating cellar real-ale casks. |
144 College St, Burlington | (802) 865-0500 | Website |
| Three Needs Brewery & Taproom (Burlington) The Vibe: Legendary downtown neighborhood pub that secretly brews incredibly eccentric micro-batches right on location. Flagship Pours: House-brewed Duff Amber Ale, rotating seasonal IPAs, and experimental hop profiles. |
185 Pearl St, Burlington | (802) 448-3089 | |
| Full Barrel Co-op Brewery & Taproom (Burlington) The Vibe: Burlington's first fully community-owned nano-brewery and cooperative taproom built on local volunteer power. Flagship Pours: Small-batch, hyper-limited rotating experimental ales, neighborhood stouts, and classic pale variations. |
12 North St, Burlington | Check Online | Website |
| Four Quarters Brewing (Winooski) The Vibe: High-octane craft destination located squarely on the Winooski downtown circle, offering an aggressive food line. Flagship Pours: Phaze (IPA), Great Galaxy (IPA), 4 Quarters Lager, and an extensive array of sour operations. |
70 Main St, Winooski | (802) 399-2220 | Website |
| Black Flannel Brewing & Distilling (Essex Junction) The Vibe: Master Cicerone-driven concept fusing a custom production brewery, operational distillery, and upscale scratch kitchen under one roof. Flagship Pours: Disco Dynamic (Kölsch), traditional German Helles Lagers, and hand-pulled real ale casks. |
21 Essex Way, Essex Junction | (802) 857-5629 | Website |
| Weird Window Brewing (South Burlington) The Vibe: Family-run custom craft brewery located in South Burlington focusing on approachable, innovative styles. Flagship Pours: Weird Window IPA, classic crisp pilsner builds, and heavy adjunct pastry stouts. |
82 Ethan Allen Dr, Suite A, South Burlington | (802) 489-5279 | Website |
| Halyard Brewing Company (South Burlington) The Vibe: Specialized fermentation house focused entirely on organic, fair-trade ingredients to build refreshing alcoholic ginger beers. Flagship Pours: Nicole's Extra (6% Caribbean Style Ginger Beer) and The Breeze (Hibiscus & Lime). |
80 Ethan Allen Dr #2, South Burlington | Check Online | Website |
| Fiddlehead Brewing Company (Shelburne) The Vibe: High-volume production powerhouse right on Route 7 with a busy indoor/outdoor pizza-adjacent counter. Flagship Pours: Fiddlehead IPA (Vermont's omnipresent flagship draft) and Second Fiddle (Double IPA). |
6305 Shelburne Rd, Shelburne | (802) 399-2994 | Website |
| Frost Beer Works (Hinesburg) The Vibe: Lupulin-obsessed commercial brewery tucked into Hinesburg, widely known for pristine hop chemistry. Flagship Pours: Plush (Double IPA), Lush (Double IPA), and their rotating technical Research Series. |
171 Commerce St, Hinesburg | (802) 482-4000 | Website |
| Stone Corral Brewery (Richmond) The Vibe: Vibrant, artistic community taproom and full restaurant operation packing high neighborhood energy. Flagship Pours: Trail Runner (IPA), Stampede (Double IPA), and seasonal local herbal/fruit variations. |
83 Huntington Rd, Richmond | (802) 434-5767 | Website |
| Lucy & Howe Brewing (Jericho) The Vibe: Cozy independent nanobrewery operating its primary taproom right inside the historic Jericho Ale & Bean building. Flagship Pours: Jericho Brown, local pale wheat variants, and custom small-batch neighborhood recipes. |
51 VT-15, Jericho | (802) 497-4447 | Website |
| House of Fermentology (Charlotte) The Vibe: A highly private, dedicated wild ale blendery focusing exclusively on wood-barrel mixed cultures. Flagship Pours: Seurat Dot and Red Dot (intricately complex wood-aged sour beers brewed using local wild honey). |
1211 Ethan Allen Hwy, Charlotte (Production Cellar Only) | Check Online | Website |
Franklin County
| Business | Address (Click for Directions) | Phone (Click to Call) | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14th Star Brewing Company (St. Albans) The Vibe: Sprawling veteran-owned industrial production house taproom hosting regular community-driven gatherings. Flagship Pours: Valor (Amber Ale), Follow Me (IPA), and 14th Star Maple Ale. |
133 N Main St, St. Albans | (802) 528-5988 | Website |
| Mill River Taphouse (St. Albans) The Vibe: High-capacity family-owned regional brewpub combining custom beer lines with a professional slow-smoke BBQ house. Flagship Pours: Mill River IPA, crisp local lagers, and extensive small-batch seasonal taps. |
366 Lake Road, St. Albans | (802) 528-5211 | Website |
Grand Isle County
| Business | Address (Click for Directions) | Phone (Click to Call) | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kraemer & Kin (Alburgh) The Vibe: A beautiful, farm-integrated botanical craft taproom situated directly at the Alburgh Golf Links. Flagship Pours: Extremely unique small-batch ales constructed using wild-harvested dandelions, spruce tips, and native island herbs. |
230 Route 2, Alburgh | (802) 796-4100 | Website |
Lamoille County
| Business | Address (Click for Directions) | Phone (Click to Call) | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Alchemist (Stowe) The Vibe: Globally legendary, eco-conscious solar-powered brewing icon. Flagship Pours: Heady Topper (the definitive double IPA that sparked the worldwide hazy beer movement) and Focal Banger (IPA). |
1082 Mountain Rd, Stowe | (802) 882-8165 | Website |
| von Trapp Brewery & Bierhall (Stowe) The Vibe: Striking mountain estate property housing a soaring Austrian bierhall dedicated to strict historical crisp cleaner styles. Flagship Pours: Bohemian Pilsner, Trapp Helles Lager, and traditional deep dark Dunkel. |
1333 Luce Hill Rd, Stowe | (802) 253-5750 | Website |
| Idletyme Brewing Co. (Stowe) The Vibe: Highly scenic Mountain Road brewpub highlighted by a massive, custom wood-carved indoor/outdoor bar configuration. Flagship Pours: Idletyme Double IPA, Vanilla Porter, and crisp seasonal Helles varieties. |
1859 Mountain Rd, Stowe | (802) 253-4765 | Website |
| Lost Nation Brewing (Morristown / Morrisville) The Vibe: Highly respected craft facility implementing a clear mission to curate honest, underrepresented session styles. Flagship Pours: Lost Nation Gose (tart & refreshing), Vermont Pilsner, and Petit Ardennes. |
87 Old Creamery Rd, Morrisville | (802) 851-8041 | Website |
| Rock Art Brewery (Morristown / Morrisville) The Vibe: Multi-generational craft brewing pioneer offering an expansive viewing platform overviewing active cellar tanks. Flagship Pours: Ridge Runner Bold Ale, Limited Access (Double IPA), and Vermonster (10% Barleywine). |
632 Laporte Rd, Morrisville | (802) 888-9400 | Website |
| Ten Bends Beer (Hyde Park) The Vibe: Independent, rustic small-batch brewery producing expressive, robust mountain ales. Flagship Pours: Northern Heights (Double IPA), Cream Creative (Ale), and rotating seasonal releases. |
590 East Main St, Hyde Park | (802) 521-7139 | Website |
| Brewster River Pub & Brewery (Cambridge) The Vibe: Energetic mountain crossroads taproom operating straight at the base of Smugglers' Notch pass. Flagship Pours: Brewster River IPA, house-fermented small-batch stouts, and custom seasonal harvest ales. |
4087 VT-108, Cambridge (Jeffersonville) | (802) 644-2475 | Website |
distilleries
Chittenden County
| Distillery / Tasting Room | Address (Click for Directions) | Phone (Click to Call) | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mad River Distillers Tasting Room The Vibe: A chic, urban cocktail lounge and retail venue located steps from the Burlington waterfront. Spirit Showcase: Small-batch whiskeys, non-sweetened rums distilled from 100% demerara sugar, and oak-aged apple brandies. |
137 St Paul St, Burlington | (802) 489-5555 | Website |
| Black Flannel Brewing & Distilling Co. The Vibe: Vermont's premier all-in-one destination combining an upscale kitchen, craft brewery, and full production distillery. Spirit Showcase: Black Gold Malt Whiskey, Viking Aquavit, Agave Dream spirits, and house-distilled gin varieties. |
21 Essex Way, Essex Junction | (802) 857-5629 | Website |
| Smugglers' Notch & Vermont Distillers The Vibe: A high-traffic, interactive collaborative tasting room operating directly on the Church Street Marketplace. Spirit Showcase: Award-winning double-gold vodkas, straight bourbons, rye whiskeys, and custom barrel-aged maple syrup spirit flights. |
28 Church St, Burlington | (802) 861-2071 | Website |
| Wild Hart Distillery The Vibe: Independent micro-distillery utilizing time-honored techniques to engineer modernized, contemporary craft spirits. Spirit Showcase: Celebrated for small-batch Wild Hart Gin variants, crisp botanical profiles, and distinctive seasonal fruit infusions. |
26 Sage Ct, Shelburne | (802) 922-1520 | Website |
| Shelburne Orchards Distillery (Dead Bird Brandy) The Vibe: Historic lakeside family orchard operating a custom artisan distillation setup amidst the fruit trees. Spirit Showcase: Premium Dead Bird Apple Brandy and Pommeau, fermented and distilled from over 30 varieties of hand-picked estate apples and aged in oak up to 8 years. |
216 Orchard Rd, Shelburne | (802) 985-2753 | Website |
| Seedy Fruit Wine Company The Vibe: Rustic barn environment producing hyper-local micro-batches of farm-style wines and distilled spirits. Spirit Showcase: Unique small-scale custom distilled liqueurs engineered completely on-site using locally grown fruits, vegetables, and native herbs. |
7 Sanderson Rd, Milton | (802) 893-3212 | Directory Link |
Franklin County
| Distillery / Tasting Room | Address (Click for Directions) | Phone (Click to Call) | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elm Brook Farm Distillery The Vibe: A highly meticulous mountainside agricultural operation crafting ultra-premium gluten-free spirits completely from raw maple sugar. Spirit Showcase: Famous for Literary Dog Premium Sipping Vodka (distilled an incredible 23 times) and Rail Dog Barrel-Aged Maple Spirit. |
250 Elm Brook Rd, East Fairfield | Order Online | Feature Link |
| Hell's Gate Distillery The Vibe: Independent small-batch craft spirit distillery connected deeply to northern Vermont's rich agricultural trade corridors. Spirit Showcase: Hard-to-find custom experimental vodkas, local grain infusions, and small-barrel expressions. |
6293 Ethan Allen Hwy, St. Albans | Check Online | Directory Profile |
Grand Isle County
| Distillery / Tasting Room | Address (Click for Directions) | Phone (Click to Call) | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snow Farm Vineyard & Distillery The Vibe: Vermont's landmark oldest commercial vineyard officially expanded operations into a fully custom on-site distillery plant. Spirit Showcase: Exquisite artisanal grape-based Grappa, hand-distilled botanical island gins, and premium estate-grown fruit liqueurs. |
190 West Shore Rd, South Hero | (802) 372-9463 | Website |
Lamoille County
| Distillery / Tasting Room | Address (Click for Directions) | Phone (Click to Call) | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smugglers' Notch Distillery (HQ) The Vibe: The multi-award winning father-and-son production powerhouse situated right at the foot of the mountain pass in Jeffersonville. Spirit Showcase: Meticulously blending pristine mountain spring water with sweet corn and winter wheat to construct world-class, smooth vodkas, ryes, rums, and premium bourbons. |
5087 VT-15, Jeffersonville | (802) 760-0619 | Website |
| Boyden Valley Winery & Spirits The Vibe: Spectacular fourth-generation 1,000-acre family estate housed inside a beautifully restored 1875 carriage barn. Spirit Showcase: Globally recognized as "Vermont's Crème de la Crème" for distilling world-class Vermont Ice Maple Cream Liqueur, Maple Bourbon Cream, and small-batch maple bourbons aged in wood-fired syrup barrels. |
64 VT Route 104, Cambridge | (802) 644-8151 | Website |
| Green Mountain Distillers The Vibe: Industry trailblazers executing pristine 100% organic craft distillation processes since 2002. Spirit Showcase: Renowned for masterfully smooth, small-batch organic vodkas, regional organic gins, maple liqueurs, and specialized straight corn whiskeys. |
171 Hedgehog Ln, Morrisville | (802) 888-9100 | Website |
| Smugglers' Notch Stowe Tasting Room The Vibe: High-end, mountain village boutique station operating right on Stowe's historic Main Street. Spirit Showcase: Tailored for custom flight boards, barrel history lessons, and purchasing exclusive small-batch lines like the glittering Stowe Sparkle. |
112 Main St #6, Stowe | (802) 760-0619 | Website |
| WhistlePig Whiskey Pavilion The Vibe: High-altitude, luxury slopeside whiskey outpost and cozy aprés-ski destination operating inside Spruce Peak village. Spirit Showcase: Serving up inspired, high-proof WhistlePig custom rye whiskey craft cocktails, single-cask pours, and special selections alongside custom wood-fired pit BBQ. |
7412 Mountain Rd, Stowe (Spruce Peak Village) | Check Online | Website |
Washington County (Waterbury)
| Distillery / Tasting Room | Address (Click for Directions) | Phone (Click to Call) | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smugglers' Notch Barrel House Tasting Room The Vibe: Beautiful rustic mountain outpost and barrel showcase on the Route 100 corridor. Spirit Showcase: Expert staff guiding single-barrel sampling tours, rare maple bourbon reserves, and limited edition experimental spirits. |
2653 Waterbury Stowe Rd, Waterbury Center | (802) 309-3939 | Website |
wine / VINEYARD
Chittenden County
| Winery / Vineyard | Address (Click for Directions) | Phone (Click to Call) | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shelburne Vineyard The Vibe: The crown jewel of Vermont's cold-hardy wine industry. Sprawling modern tasting room hosting regular live music, educational flights, and food pairings. Menu Highlights: Estate-grown Marquette (French-oak aged red), crisp Louise Swenson white blends, its famous Iapetus minimal-intervention natural wines, and Eden Ice Ciders. |
6308 Shelburne Rd, Shelburne | (802) 985-8222 | Website |
| Charlotte Village Winery The Vibe: A beautiful, multi-generational family estate and fruit farm operating a massive outdoor tasting deck. Menu Highlights: Overlooks vibrant blueberry fields and the Adirondacks. Specializes in hand-crafted fruit and grape wines, including dry wild blueberry wines, strawberry-rhubarb, and signature cold-climate hybrid reds. |
3968 Greenbush Rd, Charlotte | (802) 425-4599 | Website |
| Maquam Barn & Winery The Vibe: Expansive, picture-perfect lakeside destination venue and production winery nestled in Milton. Features a gorgeous covered patio with outdoor fire pits. Menu Highlights: Award-winning fruit and hybrid grape expressions. Famous for its deep, rich Black Currant wine, Pear wine, and estate Marquette varieties benefited by Lake Champlain's temperate microclimate. |
125 Duffy Road, Milton | (802) 524-4500 | Website |
| Wilder Wines The Vibe: An intimate boutique natural wine shop and tasting counter located in the heart of downtown Burlington. Menu Highlights: Serves as a critical, curated hub for Vermont's independent wine culture, pouring changing flights of organic, biodynamic, and minimal-intervention low-ABV pét-nats and local co-ferments. |
27 Barstow St, Burlington | (802) 489-5015 | Website |
Franklin County
| Winery / Vineyard | Address (Click for Directions) | Phone (Click to Call) | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Due North Vineyard & Winery The Vibe: Officially recognized as Vermont's northernmost commercial vineyard. A raw, independent family farm offering small-batch tastings on a scenic country porch. Menu Highlights: Uses tough, high-character northern grape hybrids. Specializes in crisp Frontenac Blanc, un-oaked Marquette reds, and seasonal terroir-focused farm blends. |
206 Skunks Misery Rd, Franklin | (802) 285-2053 | Website |
Grand Isle County
| Winery / Vineyard | Address (Click for Directions) | Phone (Click to Call) | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snow Farm Vineyard & Distillery The Vibe: Vermont's very first commercial vineyard, cultivating vines since 1996 in the unique, temperate island climate of South Hero. Sprawling grounds hosting a huge summer concert series. Menu Highlights: Renowned for international award-winning late-harvest Ice Wines, crisp L'Acadie Blanc, Baco Noir, and an expanded roster of custom-distilled on-site spirits. |
190 West Shore Rd, South Hero | (802) 372-9463 | Website |
| Ellison Estate Vineyard (Grand Isle Site) The Vibe: A 50-acre regenerative, biodynamic waterfront farm utilizing a flock of grazing sheep for natural land management. Sits on one of the oldest single grapevine plantings in the state. Menu Highlights: Low-intervention, raw, unfiltered Old-World style natural wines. Specializes in native wild-yeast fermented sparkling pét-nats, skin-contact orange drops, and unique field blends. Open seasonally for estate pickups and tastings. |
69 E Shore Rd N, Grand Isle | (802) 760-9111 | Website |
| Isle La Motte Vineyard The Vibe: A hidden, unpretentious 2-acre northern island getaway run by a dedicated husband-and-wife team. Features a highly welcoming, rustic outdoor setup. Menu Highlights: Cultivates beautiful expressions of Marquette, La Crescent, and Frontenac Blanc. Offers guided tastings, full glasses, and custom flights paired with fresh local charcuterie boards. |
85 Shrine Rd, Isle La Motte | (802) 928-3737 | Website |
Lamoille County
| Winery / Vineyard | Address (Click for Directions) | Phone (Click to Call) | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boyden Valley Winery & Spirits The Vibe: Legendary family estate operation housed inside a beautifully restored 1875 post-and-beam carriage barn in Cambridge. Menu Highlights: Four generations of craftsmanship producing premium cold-hardy varietals. Celebrated for its estate-grown River Red, Glogg (spiced winter wine), and internationally award-winning Vermont Ice Maple Cream Liqueurs. Tasting room fully active for the 2026 season. |
64 VT Route 104, Cambridge | (802) 644-8151 | Website |
| Ellison Estate Vineyard Tasting Room The Vibe: The gorgeous, year-round mountain tasting footprint for Ellison's island-grown natural portfolio. Cozy, sophisticated space located on the primary Stowe access road. Menu Highlights: Features structural raw flights, wild-yeast red and white experiments, zero-sulfur blends, and specialized natural ciders. |
57 Mountain Rd, Stowe | (802) 760-9111 | Website |
| Stella 14 Tasting Room The Vibe: An upbeat, modern tasting room and wine bar operating in the heart of Jeffersonville village. Menu Highlights: Showcases raw, deeply terroir-driven natural wines produced from organic, cold-hardy grape crops grown locally in their nearby Cambridge vineyard blocks. |
14 Main St, Jeffersonville | Contact via Web | Website |
Washington County (Waterbury)
| Winery / Vineyard | Address (Click for Directions) | Phone (Click to Call) | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cask & Cork The Vibe: Following the closing of the historical Grand View estate, this premium retail shop and tasting bar serves as Waterbury's ultimate wine center. Merged inside a grand historic brick mill building. Menu Highlights: Features over 900 hand-selected artisanal bottles. Strongly maps local Vermont vintages, rare naturally fermented pét-nats, orange wines, and world-class regional imports available by the glass at the bar. |
3 Elm St, Waterbury | Check Online | Feature Link |